I am a tenant in an apartment. A co tenant has moved out and left her furniture and personal possessions behind.

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   Henry Lebensbaum

   Andover Criminal Defense Attorney

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   Answered February 08, 2013 13:50. Send her a certified letter.
   
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   Christopher Vaughn-Martel

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   Answered February 09, 2013 15:40. I generally endorse the usual recommendation on this list when it comes to the abandoned property of others. Send a letter giving them a certain amount of time to remove their belongings and describe in detail what you will do if they do not respond. Make sure you give them a reasonable amount time under the circumstances and verify receipt. Good luck.

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   Erik Hammarlund

   Vineyard Haven Employment / Labor Attorney

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   Answered February 14, 2013 08:12. Send a certified letter and demand their removal. However, you shouldn't dispose of them until you talk to a lawyer.

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